Medical Technologist 2

University of Miami•Miami, FL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The UHealth Laboratories, Blood Bank Operations Department at the University of Miami is seeking a full-time, on-site Medical Technologist 2 in Miami, FL. This role involves performing microbiological, molecular biological, and immunological tests on body specimens to provide data for the treatment and diagnosis of diseases. The incumbent will also facilitate quality assurance and instrument maintenance. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a vibrant academic and healthcare community, recognized as one of the nation's top research universities and academic medical centers. It comprises 12 schools and colleges and the UHealth-University of Miami Health System, which provides leading-edge patient care powered by groundbreaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
Possession of current Florida State Medical Technologist License in Immunohematology
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary
Commitment to the University’s core values
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment

Responsibilities

Verifies identification of specimen with physicians’ orders, prepares specimens for testing, and handles all specimens in a safe and careful manner.
Analyzes results of testing and interprets abnormal or unusual results.
Researches and prepares all pertinent patient data and refers all data and testing results to pathologists for evaluation and sign-out.
Calibrates equipment, orders supplies, and maintains inventory of relevant forms and materials.
Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective action while supporting laboratory co-workers in resolution of similar problems.
Administers quality-control tests, according to procedure, and maintains appropriate data recording.
Assists with orienting and training employees on laboratory techniques and operations.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Performs routine pretransfusion testing and antibody identification procedures.
Produces reliable and accurate Blood Bank test results in the appropriate turnaround time.
Prepares blood components such as thawed fresh frozen plasma and cryoprecipitate.
Demonstrates the ability to plan and prioritize workload and complete orders in a logical manner.
Responsible for checking and finalizing all pending work before the end of the shift.
Accurately performs, reports, and evaluates results of quality control testing and equipment maintenance tasks.
Operates Blood Bank equipment and instrumentation including troubleshooting during failures and coordinating service for repair.
Maintains adequate inventory supply levels while minimizing reagent and blood product wastage.
Participates in the proficiency testing program.
Reconciles packing slips with quantity ordered/received and resolves discrepancies.
Assists in the maintenance of hardware by changing paper, labels and/or printer ribbons as necessary.
Adheres to all Administration, Environmental of Care, CHP, Safety, Infection Control and Laboratory policies and procedures.
Completes projects assigned by Supervisor/Manager.